Updates to Washington State’s Sick Leave Laws: April 2024 Update

Effective January 1, 2024, Washington’s legislature modified the paid sick leave statute as it applies to construction workers. The Department of Labor and Industries subsequently relied on this statutory change to update the regulations governing paid sick leave for all Washington employees. Some employers may find these changes confusing and administratively burdensome.

8 Factors That Could Be Affecting Your Employee Retention

Employment laws and regulations lay the foundation for fair and equitable treatment in the workplace. However, savvy employers recognize the value of exceeding these minimum standards to cultivate an environment where employees feel respected, engaged, and loyal.

PRK LIVENGOOD’S LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT GROUP YEAR END UPDATE

2024 is right around the corner and so are some significant changes in Washington employment law.  It is time to prepare for these changes, which include wage increases and PFML premium decreases.  Read our summary of significant changes.

Employment Authorization Announced for Venezuelans

On March 9, 2021, USCIS announced a Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans for an 18-month period beginning March 9, 2021 through September 9, 2022. Read about this authorization.

Employers Beware: New Non-Compete Statute Takes Effect January 1, 2020

Washington recently joined other states by restricting the use of non-competition agreements for employees and independent contractors. The new law, Chapter 49.62 RCW, takes effect on January 1, 2020 and affects both new non-competition agreements and existing agreements.